3561 Hemlock Ridge Drive $970,000

Welcome to 3561 Hemlock Ridge Dr, a stunning four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home nestled on a spacious lot in the Woodlands neighborhood of beautiful St. James Plantation. This Shackleford Banks Side Load Garage Home built by Hagood Homes, was enlarged and boasts a popular floor plan perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. Situated on a quiet corner, you are greeted by a welcoming front porch with ample space to sit comfortably. As you enter, you'll find a beautifully designed home with an easy flow between the living spaces with engineered hardwood flooring and plantation shutters. Welcoming you in the foyer is a formal dining room that leads into the great room with coffered ceilings, fireplace and built in bookshelves. Classic French doors open from the great room to the enlarged sunroom and outdoor deck overlooking a beautifully landscaped yard perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is a chef's dream with granite countertops, large island, induction cooktop with hood vent, walk in pantry, ample cabinet space, wall oven and microwave drawer. Retreat to the master bedroom with a large walk-in closet just off the luxurious en-suite bathroom, featuring a double vanity and walk-in tile shower. The two additional first-floor bedrooms are spacious and bright. Upstairs, you'll find a private guest suite with a separate bedroom/bonus room, sitting room complete with a full bathroom. This home has a whole house sound system, encapsulated crawl space with dehumidifier, LeafFilter Gutter Protection with transferable warranty, and recently upgraded HVAC controls and damper system ensuring optimal comfort and energy efficiency. St. James Membership is active. Move-in ready, close to the beautiful walking trails of Woodlands Park and waiting for you to make it your own, this is the perfect place to call home! St. James is a picturesque waterfront community on the Intracoastal Waterway, neighboring the historic fishing village of Southport and the beautiful beaches